Onesto

Name: Onesto
Address: 221 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, United States, 53202
Telephone: (414) 308-1600
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

2642 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

6 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 47 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

Onesto, which means “honest” in Italian, serves a modern twist on Italian fare with an emphasis on fresh, handmade, flavorful cuisine. We also feature an approachable wine list and a craft cocktail menu. When you visit, be sure to check out our dramatic event space.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(414) 308-1600
Website
http://www.onestomke.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Alex Sazama
Private party facilities
Located in the second floor loft, our multifaceted, private event space is able to seat 70 guests or 150 guests for standing receptions. Contact us at events@bensonsrestaurants.com for more information.
Private party contact
Nickie Rouleau: (414) 585-8934

Location
221 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Area
Milwaukee
Cross Street
Chicago
Parking details
PARKING: We've partnered with Secure-a-Spot Parking for $5 lot parking in the Third Ward! Applicable at the 330 Broadway Lot OR Freeway Lot.Broadway Lot: https://parking.secureaspot.com/hourly/zones/1212, use code HDRG for $5 offFreeway Lot: https://parking.secureaspot.com/hourly/zones/1258, use code HDRG for $5 off
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine

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Experiences

Mocktails and Memories Dinner Experience
USD 75.00 per person
Prepaid
19 Jan 2025 only
6:00 pm
Celebrating Dry January?? You’re in luck! Onesto is back with it’s second annual Mocktails and Memories event. 🍹✨ Join us at Onesto on January 19th at 6:00 PM for an evening of delicious bites, handcrafted non-alcoholic beverages, and various giveaways throughout the evening!

Popular dishes

Wagyu Beef CarpaccioUSD 22.00
parmesan crisps, truffle dust, garlic aioli
Roasted Pepper Bruschetta USD 11.00
charred marinated peppers, whipped cheese, parsley
BurrataUSD 15.00
blood orange marmalade, pink peppercorn, extra virgin olive oil, thyme
Brûleed BrieUSD 15.00
apricot compote, crispy prosciutto
Sautéed CalamariUSD 15.00
shallot, garlic, tomato, lemon, basil, fennel seed, grilled ciabatta
CrabcakeUSD 20.00
saffron aioli, fennel and honey crisp salad, citrus vinaigrette, grilled lemon
Meat & Cheese BoardUSD 19.00
chef’s selection of premium artisan cheese and cured Italian meats, seasonal accoutrements

Salads

HouseUSD 12.00
spring mix, red onion, castelvetrano olives, red wine vinaigrette
CaesarUSD 12.00
romaine, pecorino cheese, anchovy filets, croutons
PanzanellaUSD 16.00
truffle balsamic, brioche, arugula, basil, burrata, heirloom tomatoes
Warm Mushroom USD 14.00
pine nuts, goat cheese, dried cherries, arugula, fresh herbs, caramelized onion vinaigrette

Pasta

BologneseUSD 22.00
spaghetti, brisket, pancetta
RavioliUSD 24.00
sweet corn ricotta, browned butter, zucchini, calabrian chili, relish
Rock Shrimp Pesto USD 26.00
reginette, charred scallion pesto, parmesan, lemon
Rigate alla VodkaUSD 22.00
san marzano tomato, cream, basil, dehydrated fresno chili
FusilliUSD 21.00
asparagus, cremini mushrooms, truffle cream sauce
Meatballs & PastaUSD 19.00
berkshire pork sausage, grass fed beef, sage, marinara
CarbonaraUSD 25.00
pancetta, egg, parmesan, black pepper, white wine, butter
Lobster Campanile USD 28.00
calabrian chili, blistered tomatoes, caramelized fennel, cream, lemon

Additions

Seasonal SoupUSD 6.00
AsparagusUSD 11.00
black garlic caesar, parmesan, hazelnuts
OrzottoUSD 12.00
spring peas, lemon, parmesan, pea shoots
Lobster TailUSD 20.00
citrus butter, grilled lemon
Scallops (2) USD 20.00
Salmon USD 12.00
Chicken Breast USD 6.00
Meatballs (2)USD 6.00

Sandwiches

Pesto ChickenUSD 15.00
sun-dried tomato, walnut pesto, arugula, provolone, focaccia
The Italian USD 15.00
varzi salami, capicola, fontina, basil aioli, arugula tomato, piquilio pepper, red wine vinaigrette, focaccia
Meatball SliderUSD 15.00
berkshire pork sausage, grass-fed beef, marinara, provolone, brioche
Grilled Cheese USD 15.00
arugula pesto, burrata, fontina, roasted tomatoes, sourdough

What 2,642 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Onesto delights with "phenomenal pasta" and "great service" in Milwaukee's historic Third Ward. Diners rave about the "amazing food," "lovely atmosphere," and attentive staff, making it a top choice for special occasions or a casual meal. Reservations are recommended for this popular spot.

2,642 Reviews

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Ann
Milwaukee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food & service was good..went today ( Sunday afternoon) was not busy.
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Josh
Grand Rapids
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tye was an excellent waiter; not overbearing but efficient. All is very good as usual. The only critique is the Tiramisu was not accurate. No coffee flavor and was a “caranelsu.” Our favorite casual eatery, but I wish the Tiramisu had been made correctly. The Ugalde’s
OnestoResponded 2 days ago
Josh, Thank you for your feedback! We’re so glad to hear that Tye provided excellent service and that everything else was up to your expectations. We’ll make sure to pass along your comments to the kitchen about the tiramisu. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Al
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place, delicious food and outstanding service
OnestoResponded 2 days ago
Al, Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the food and had outstanding service. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!
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Jennifer
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The bruschetta with the ricotta on it was divine. My pasta dish with lobster-oh la la!
OnestoResponded 2 days ago
Jennifer, Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the bruschetta with ricotta and the lobster pasta—it sounds like a perfect combination! We can’t wait to serve you again soon for another delicious meal!
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Joette
Milwaukee
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Onesto is a really nice place to go for dinner. We ordered calamari, which was wonderfully prepared; not the deep-fried type you get in most restaurants. We also ordered the meat and cheese board which was enjoyed by 6 people at the table. The warm mushroom salad was superb! I ordered the Cacio e pepe, which I adored. If you like robust mushrooms and pasta with a little peppery kick, this is the dish for you. Others enjoyed the bolognese, fusilli, and rigate alla vodka. No plates had food left on them. Our server was good, but a little "reserved." Not very congenial, and that was mentioned by three people at the table. Two people told the server they were going to share a salad and pasta and were not offered extra plates (we had to ask for them). We would definitely go back, but hopefully we'd get a more "cheerful" server to make the experience 5 stars all the way.
OnestoResponded 2 days ago
Joette, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the calamari, meat and cheese board, warm mushroom salad, and Cacio e Pepe—it sounds like everyone had a great meal! We also appreciate your comments about the service. While we're happy to hear the server was good, we’re sorry that their demeanor didn’t fully meet expectations. We’ll be sure to address this and work on creating a more upbeat and personable experience for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back and providing that 5-star experience next time!
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Jen
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Never fails to be awesome. The food is always good and just delicious.
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David
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always love Onesto; thank you for rotating the menu to keep the experience interesting each time.
OnestoResponded on 29 December 2024
David, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you love Onesto and appreciate the menu rotations. Keeping things fresh and exciting for our guests is always a priority. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience!
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emily
Minneapolis
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience. Mocktails were amazing. Great dinner options, loved the homemade pasta. Beautiful inside - all in all a lovely dinner spot.
OnestoResponded on 29 December 2024
Emily, Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We’re so glad to hear you had an excellent experience and enjoyed the mocktails and homemade pasta. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the atmosphere as well. We look forward to welcoming you back for another lovely dinner soon!
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Sarah
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second time I’ve eaten at Onesto. Still very tasty and enjoyable experience. Love the care and quality put in the food. Good service. Enjoyable ambience. Reasonable prices for the quality. Love that even on the second visit I already had discounts by being in the Loyalty Program.
OnestoResponded on 29 December 2024
Sarah, Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re so happy to hear you had another enjoyable experience at Onesto and that you continue to appreciate the quality and care we put into our food. It’s great to know you enjoyed the service and ambiance as well. We’re also glad to hear you're making the most of our Loyalty Program! We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next visit!
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Mike
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brilliant food and drinks. Amazing service and atmosphere. We’ll be back.
OnestoResponded on 28 December 2024
Mike, Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, service, and atmosphere. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!
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Onesto offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Onesto also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 308-1600.

Onesto is rated 4.7 stars by 2642 OpenTable diners.